Jyotika has been a part of the film industry for many years now, working in both Tamil and Hindi cinema. She has acted in numerous movies in both languages, and her fan following needs no introduction. Recently, the actress opened up about the challenges she has faced, particularly in Kollywood.
In an interview , Jyotika highlighted that aging on-screen is a significant issue in Tamil cinema, making it nearly impossible for an actress to continue receiving mainstream roles as she grows older.
She revealed that after having children at the age of 28, she was no longer offered leading roles in Tamil cinema alongside major actors.
The actress pointed out that this age-related bias had a concrete impact on her career, as she was just beginning to establish herself at the time.
Jyotika said, “In fact, I think I haven’t worked with a star or a hero after 28. It’s a huge challenge because then you are building your career entirely with new directors, on your own. It’s all about the age factor. It’s even more difficult because there’s another major issue in the Tamil industry. I wouldn’t say this applies to all South Indian languages.”
